Love to Paint with Mimi a PBS Television Series

Anne Mimi Sammis smiles through “Celtic Dance” 2000.

Hello, I’m Mimi Sammis. Welcome to the Love to Paint with Mimi website! I hope you’re enjoying the series and that it has inspired you to create. As I always say, it doesn’t matter if you’re painting, drawing, cooking, gardening or dancing…just do whatever it is that adds joy to your life!

I invite you to explore this website and view the paintings featured in the series. Each week’s painting comes with an episode description so that you can catch up on the episodes you’ve missed or see what’s going to be on next. I’ve also provided a list of art supplies that will help you to get the most out of your creativity. The supplies have been chosen to reflect both quality and value.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, I would love to hear from you. Email me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (401) 480-3378.

And if your local PBS station doesn’t air Love to Paint with Mimi, please click here to find out how you can help get it on the air. It has been such a joy to create Love to Paint with Mimi. My hope is that it will enrich your life as much as it has enriched mine.

Love and peace,

Mimi

To learn more about Mimi and her artwork see her main web site, www.mimisammis.com

You've seen Mimi on PBS, now download any episode of "Love to Paint with Mimi" - or the whole series!

Painters, artists and art aficianados around the world have enjoyed watching the beautiful paintings made by Mimi Sammis on her popular PBS series, "Love to Paint with Mimi". That's 6.5 hours of watching Mimi paint and learning a myriad of interesting and wonderful artistic techniques you can put to use in your very next painting.

Mimi is now offering a new, exciting, safe and inexpensive way to order your favorite Love to Paint with Mimi episodes and start watching in just minutes, thanks an amazing new media system called the MOD Machine.
Instant delivery.
Unlike DVDs, episodes you order through the Love to Paint with Mimi catalog are delivered instantly. No waiting for deliveries. No shipping and handling charges. Never out of stock. No lost or damaged shipments. With a DSL line or cable modem, you can start watching within a few minutes of ordering - even nights, weekends or holidays!
Convenience.
Unlike DVDs or web-based video, episodes you purchase through the Love to Paint with Mimi catalog download right to your hard drive so you can access them anywhere, anytime, in just a few clicks, whether you are connected to the internet or not. Never again fumble with remote controls, DVD players and TV inputs, or hassle with searching for a DVD that might have become dirty, scratched, warped or lost.
Cross-platform.
MOD Machine runs on any Mac or PC with display resolution 1024 x 768 or larger, reliable broadband internet connection, Quicktime 7, and at least a 1.5 GHz processor (Intel recommended) and 1 GB RAM or more.

Learn anytime.
Ever wanted to take private art lessons with Mimi?
The Love to Paint with Mimi downloadable catalog is the next best thing. Take a lesson after breakfast or at night. Pause the episode anytime and take time to experiment and practice a particular technique.
You have total control over the learning experience.
Completely secure.
The MOD Machine offers security in purchasing that no browser or phone call can match.
Eco-friendly.
Unlike billions of DVDs shipped every year, no MOD Machine product or packaging will ever end up in a landfill. Save time and money, improve your painting, and help save the planet while you're at it!

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Art is fun and entertaining
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Art is a tool for creative problem solving
Art provides an outlet for creativity for all ages
Learning to paint often brings inspiration and peace
Art provides a means to connect and grow as a community
Students’ math and reading skills improve 25% with art education
Art on TV provides easy access to learning for both homebound and busy people

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Making Painting Fun

It is so important to get the right art supplies before you begin painting. Otherwise, you’ll be frustrated with the results. Fortunately, good art supplies don’t have to be expensive, and you can make wonderful paintings with only a small number of good quality colors and brushes. I’m sure that you will enjoy some of my favorite materials.

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Signed Prints of Mimi’s Paintings from her Two PBS Shows

Archival Giclee Hand Signed Prints
Limited edition of 250 prints
Mimi’s Paintings from her Two PBS Shows

Now you can own and display one of Mimi’s art prints from her two PBS Shows! Purchase one of these beautiful 16 x 20 inch prints, created and hand signed by the internationally renowned artist. These prints are offered in a limited edition of 250 and are reproduced on Archival paper using the Giclee method. Each print is just $97 which includes shipping and handling. They're going fast so act now to recieve one of the prints offered by Mimi.

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